Samish Way over I-5
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · 1.4 N JCT SR 11 · Structure no. 0TA0946A0000000
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 247 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2002 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Samish Way over I-5 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Samish Way over I-5 in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,237 by 2036. The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long and 77 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Samish Way over I-5 built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Samish Way over I-5 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Samish Way over I-5 carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Samish Way over I-5?
The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.
Who owns Samish Way over I-5?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.